My stamping and scrapbooking adventures.

August 31, 2007

I had a stamp-a-stack class last night and this was one of the cards that everyone made. I always ask everyone what their favorite card was and it was nice because they had a hard time deciding. That made me feel good that I had come up with some cards that they liked.

This card uses the new in-colors. I used Groovy Guava, Blue Bayou and whisper white for the cardstock. Then I also used the Soft Sky designer series paper.

I used the Fun & Fast Notes stamp set. I liked using this set because all of the stamps are the same size. So even though I designed the card as a birthday card they could use whatever image from the set to make there own card. Each person was making 3 cards of this design so they could make a get well, wedding & thank you or whatever variety of cards that they wanted.

I used the Groovy Guava double stitched ribbon across the soft sky designer series paper. I absolutely love ribbon. I just feel that it makes a card. Last night all four cards used ribbon and not every liked it as much as I did. Some people have trouble tying it, but I will continue to use it until I convert all of my customers to loving it. Hee Hee!

To finish off the card we added a touch of glitter to the candles using the 2 way glue pen. Also, we stamped the Tres Chic background stamp in Groovy Guava ink on the Groovy Guava cardstock. I enjoyed showing a few customers how to use the background stamp upside down and placing your cardstock on top instead of flipping the stamp over. This was new to a couple of them and I think they will be using more background stamps in the future.

Thanks to those of you that attended last night. I always enjoy having a fun evening together with everyone.

August 30, 2007

Okay, I finally got around to sharing this cute project with everyone. This was given to me by my downline, Tracey Crosser at convention. It is kind of fun to exchange little gifts at convention. Anyways, I thought this was so adorable. We have a pattern library on the Stampin' Up! website and this is one of the patterns on there.

This used the new set called Garden Whimsy. I talked myself out of ordering this right away and of course after convention it was on my next order. It is a fabulous set and I can't wait to play with it a little more to share some fun samples. I know I also like this project because it uses my current favorite punch. The Circle Scallop punch is so useful. I love the little holes that Tracey made in each of the scallops. Of course, the matching jumbo wheel ties everything together. I hope you enjoy this fun project and thanks again Tracey, I love it.

August 29, 2007

Okay, when I saw the Short & Sweet stamp set in the new catalog I thought it was a fabulous deal. You get a set of 12 stamps for only $15.95. I decided to play with the set the other day and came up with these quick gift cards. They are all 3 X 3 in size and I used the same design for each of them. I stamped each of the images using the new Basic Gray ink (which is fabulous). I punched out each of the images with the 3/4" circle punch and then attached that to the 1" circle in a coordinating color. I then punched a 1/16" hole at the top of the circle and used a little wire to attach that through the ribbon. I experimented a little as I made them and I think I like the ones that hang down a little more and show more of the wire loop.

To finish things off I stamped the matching words in the bottom corner using the Basic Gray ink. I used the new print designer paper in Rose Red, So Saffron, Almost Amethyst & Certainly Celery. I like when I can make an assortment of cards that can be wrapped up and given as a gift. These would be perfect to make a little matching box and then given as a gift to someone special.

Okay, I have always tried to keep this blog stamping related, but since many of you have asked about my daughter I thought I would give you the latest update. Yesterday, everything looked good on her vision. It looks like she won't have any permanent damage. She still has some double vision, but that should get better over time. We have a follow up visit next week and she will get her stitched out then. Today she is seeing an ear, nose & throat doctor for her sinus fracture. All in all, she has started feeling much better. The swelling has gone way down and she isn't as scared to look in the mirror. She should probably look normal in about 3 weeks or so. When you are fifteen years old that seems like an eternity, but she is dealing with it very well.

August 28, 2007

At the stamp club parties this month everyone got to make a frame for one of the projects. They got their choice of two different options. This was the first option. I used the So Swirly jumbo wheel to wheel the background in Bravo Burgundy ink. Then we used a couple of strips of Bravo Burgundy cardstock on all of the sides of the frame. To finish things off we stamped the shape from the Baroque Motifs stamp set on some Vanilla card stock & then cut it out. I used my Zig painty pen to add some gold dots to the shape & then we punched out a Scallop Circle shape on Bravo Burgundy cardstock & mounted the shape onto the Scallop Circle. Added a little brad and then the frame was done. I picked up the frames at the Target $1 spot about a month ago. They are great frames and I think once you decorate them they are a great gift.

This was the second option that was available to everyone. When I saw page 83 in the catalog I knew I had to have the entire page. I think this wheel with the sets are so cute.

On this frame we wheeled the background using the Neighborhood jumbo wheel. Then everyone used the All in the Family set to create their own family. We stamped in black and then used markers to color in the images. For the title I decided to combine a couple of alphabets. We used the Best Friends Upper Alphabet for the F and then used the Rough Edges Alphabet for the rest of the title.

Everyone liked the frames and enjoyed having a choice. To attach the card stock to the frame I find that Modge Podge works the best. If you are interested in signing up for a club let me know and I will put you on a waiting list when I start the next group.

Thank you to those of you that have asked about my daughter. She is slowly feeling better, but it looks like it is going to be a long process. She is going to the ophthalmologist this morning and hopefully we will find that there aren't any big issues with her eyes and the fracture is healing. Thanks for your concerns.

August 27, 2007

This was a quick easy card that I made as a swap for convention. I stamped the Big Flower stamp using the Certainly Celery ink. Then I punched out the Scallop Circle punch on Apricot Appeal card stock. That was followed by a brad in the center of the flower.

On the strip of black card stock I punched holes using the tool kit, but I'm not sure if it shows up in the picture very well.

To finish things off I stamped the Aida Cloth background stamp on the bottom two thirds of the card. Then I stamped Warm Wishes in the bottom corner of the card. I think it is a clean and crisp card. I really like that look.

Okay, we got away for the weekend, which was nice until my oldest daughter had a little accident on the ATV. Her whole left side of her face is a mess. She fractured the bone under her eye and is in a lot of pain. I know I will be home taking care of her for the next week. I may find that I have lots of time to stamp as she will be sleeping or I may find that I have very little time. Obviously, she is top priority so I don't know how much posting I will get done. I have some projects that I've completed but hadn't taken pictures yet so I think I should still be able to post during the week, but I just wanted to let everyone know that I have a few issues going on right now. Family always comes before stamping, even if my husband doesn't think so some times.

August 23, 2007

Woo Hoo!!! The winner is Renee Carpenter. I used the Random Number Generator to pick the lucky winner. Renee if you could please send me your address I will get your prize off to you as soon as possible. I'm probably not going to have access to the internet for a couple of days so don't panic if I don't respond right away.

I enjoyed reading everyone's favorite technique. It sounds like embossing is still a favorite of many of you. Thanks, everyone for helping me celebrate.

August 22, 2007

This is a fun card using the Zoofari stamp set. I stamped each of the animals & then punched them out using the 1 1/4" square punch. Then I used the 1 3/8" square punch to add the color behind the image.

For the base of the card I wheeled the new Spotted Jumbo Wheel on to the Wild Wasabi card stock. Then to finish off the card I stamped Celebrate on the bottom of the card using the Wonderful Words stamp set. This is a quick and easy card. I just love this Zoofari stamp set. I think it is perfect for all ages.

Don't forget today is the last day to leave a comment on my blog candy posting. Make sure you leave your comment before 10:00 pm Central time. I'm anxious to make someone the lucky winner.

August 21, 2007

I thought I would share two more make 'n takes from convention today. This was a fun box that we made using the Think Happy Thoughts & Happiness Background Stamps. I love the chipboard flower from the On Board Blossoms & Basics kit. It really adds a fun look to the box. Also, I love the Happiness background stamp because it has so many uses. You can just ink up the part of the stamp that you want and you get so many different looks. I will definitely be showing this in the future.

This is one of the cards that made me really like the new Wanted stamp set. I just love the colors in the new designer paper called Outlaw. I love that the new scallop circle punch is perfect for the scallop circle stamp. It just looks so nice stamped and then punched out. But I think my absolute favorite part of the card is the jumbo eyelet. I think these are so neat. With the Crop-a-dile they are a breeze to set and they look great. Those of you in my stamp clubs will make a card with them this month and you will see what I mean. They may be my new favorite accessory. At least for the next month or so.

August 20, 2007

This is a scrap page that we made at convention. I wasn't sure I liked the Wanted stamp set that was included in the sets that we received from convention, but now that I've used it I think I like it.

This is a really cute page that uses some of the designer series paper. We also used several of the new punches including my favorite photo corner punch. I've been using this punch for scrapbook pages, but I also love it for cards. We may use this idea on one of the stamp-a-stack cards if you attend the August 30th class.

Don't forget to post a comment on the last post for a chance to win some blog candy. Also, I got to play quite a bit over the weekend and I can't wait to start sharing everything. I got a couple of frames done for my upcoming stamp club and I think they are really cute. Stay tuned for some fun samples.

August 17, 2007

Okay, I officially got 12,000 hits this morning on my blog. So here is your chance to win the Party Punch level 1 hostess set. This set is perfect with the Round Tab Punch & the Designer Label Punch. Also, included in the blog candy is the Rustic Retreat Ribbon Originals and a package of dimensionals.

So thank you for visiting my blog. I'm happy to share fun ideas and projects with everyone. For your chance to win the blog candy all you need to do is leave a comment and tell me what your favorite stamping technique is. I will draw a winner on Wednesday the 22nd at 10:00 p.m. and post the winner on Thursday. Good Luck!!! I can't wait to hear what technique everyone likes to use.